Question

Describe two different kinds routes through which federation has been formed.

Answer 1

The two routes by which federations have been formed are as follow:-

• The first route involves Independent States coming together to form a bigger unit, so that by pooling sovereignty and retaining identity they can increase their security. Ex: USA, Switzerland and Australia.
• A large country divides its power between the constituent States and the national government. Ex: India, Spain and Belgium.